Platinum Tours Available »

Exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of the Academy have begun. Highlights include special access to staff-only areas and private viewings of rarely-viewed collections.

What People Are Saying »

The Bay Area is abuzz over the new Academy. Visitors are Flickring and Twittering non-stop. See what they're saying.

Live Farallones Cam »

Take a real-time look at what's happening 28 miles off the coast of San Francisco. Breeding birds, barking sea lions, cruising whales and more! View the webcam »

Thursdays = NightLife »

After hours fun every Thursday night. Food and drink, DJs, mind-expanding science activities and all-museum access!

From July 15-24, Academy travelers will be in China to witness the greatest total solar eclipse of our lifetime. Learn more about this voyage and other upcoming tourist adventures.

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